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Responder ResilienceS5 E3 Success Stories From FDNY’s Counseling Service Unit with Guest Frank LetoTune in for a candid conversation highlighting behavioral health's critical role in emergency services. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Frank Leto (Ret.), Captain and Deputy Director of the FDNY Counseling Service Unit (CSU), to discuss the profound impact of 9/11 on firefighter behavioral health. Join us as we delve into the challenges of establishing the CSU in the aftermath of the attacks, gaining buy-in for peer support programs, and the memorable successes showcasing mental health support's importance for first responders.Frank shares invaluable insights for agencies starting their own behavioral health initiatives. He discusses his...2025-01-1645 min
Talk Show Host Frank MacKayThe Frank MacKay Show - Bonnie PiesseActress and singer Bonnie Piesse joins Frank Mackay on this episode of The Frank Mackay Show!2024-10-2510 minResponder ResilienceS4 E43 Lessons From "30 Fires" with Frank Leeb and Billy GoldfederJoin us for a special episode as we sit down with Chiefs Billy Goldfeder and Frank Leeb, authors of the groundbreaking book, 30 Fires You Must Know. We revisit one of the most pivotal incidents featured in their book: the 1975 New York Telephone Fire, a landmark event that underscores the severe consequences of occupational exposure to toxic smoke. Through exclusive clips from our past interview with the late Danny Noonan (first-due truck FDNY fireman) we explore firsthand accounts of battling this formidable blaze. Sadly, Danny Noonan passed away in July after a long battle with cancer, and his courage and...2024-10-2457 min
The Overnightscape UndergroundThe Overnightscape 2158 – Bonnie Perceives Modem (10/3/24)
1:25:18 – Frank in New Jersey, plus the Other Side. Topics include: Pyramid dream, Mets, creativity question, save scumming, The Monkees, Life and Trust, birthday, Bonnie Perceives Modem, cake mission, and much more… plus the Other Side (at 44:46)… Don’t Start Believin’ by Bullette [Archive.org, CC BY-NC-SA 2.5], Calculatrivia (from Games, The Video Edition, 1987) [YouTube], Bullshit by Paprika’s [Jamendo, CC BY-NC-SA 3.0], Cabinentaxi [YouTube], Fuzzy Daupner by Fuzzy Daupner [Onsug, CC BY-NC-ND 3.0], C.A.S.T. 2 Project: Photon of Kenilworth (1987) [YouTube], Butterscotch Drops of Lime by Kulor [Ubiktune, CC BY-NC-ND 3.0], Did Philip K. Dick disclose the real Matrix in 1977? [YouTube], An U...2024-10-041h 25
What Worked For You?From House of Mouse to Coach, People Are The Key with Bonnie RossPeople are people. There are different cultures, experiences and upbringing but people are still people all over the world. Through her experiences as a Disney executive globally, Bonnie learned much about how to navigate the world of people. As a coach and author, she now helps people overcome their personal challenges to be the best version of themselves.
To connect with Bonnie:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnieross/
Website: http://www.presentlymecoaching.com/
Books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4WV12T
https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Overthinking-Step-Step-Relationships/dp/19...2024-05-2848 minResponder ResilienceS3 E46 Cornerstones of Leadership with Guest Chief Frank LeebWhen the tones drop and it’s “go time”, it's leaders like Deputy Assistant Chief Frank Leeb of the FDNY who stand at the forefront, guiding their teams through the heat. In our latest episode, we sit down with Chief Leeb to unravel the threads of leadership and resilience that weave together the fabric of one of the FDNY. His insights on the importance of education and mentorship within the fire service not only illuminate the path to excellence but also honor the legacy of those who ignite the passion within us to serve and protect.Amidst busy r...2023-11-1547 min
a queer chaplainGrace is as Grace does 🏳️🌈 Pride Edition 🎤 Say Something Sundays with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a text 🎙 Say Something with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplain🎤 Say Something Sundays at 333pm MSTSeason 2 - Episode 9 - Grace is as Grace Does 🏳️🌈 Pride EditionJune 11, 2023 @ 333pm MST on LiVESTREAMForrest Gump replied “Stupid is as stupid does”, meaning that a person should be judged by their actions, not their appearance. So what about Grace? can you just insert Grace where ignorance resides.I felt really changed on this day to speak to the topic, I contemplated not publishing it but figured I would anyway, trust that maybe it c...2023-06-1222 mina queer chaplainWhy Visibility Matters 🏳️🌈 Pride Edition 🎤 Say Something Sundays with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a text🎤 Say Something Sundays at 333pm MSTSeason 2 - Episode 8 - Why Visibility Matters : Pride EditionJune 4, 2023 @ 333pm MST on LiVESTREAM"I don't have a problem with LGBTQIA+ people just stop shoving it down my throat. I can't even drink a Bud Light, go to Target or watch the Little Mermaid without you interrupting it with your woke agenda." Statements like the above illustrate the power of representation and how it may feel to not see yourself reflected in the world around you. Marginalized folks have had this exp...2023-06-0542 mina queer chaplain💚 Healing Through Grief & Loss 🎤 Say Something Sundays with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a text🎤 Say Something Sundays at 333pm MSTSeason 2 - Episode 7 - Healing Through Grief & Loss"I define grief as the natural normal response to something being taken from you without your permission." - Kaylee Kron🎙 https://www.eatingrecoverycenter.com/podcast/63-healing-through-grief-lossMy Spiritual Recovery Story thru draghttps://youtu.be/f9-PGmWyuJUMy Transition - Boy Girlhttps://youtu.be/PAnA0Hn_ATc❣️❣️❣️Join me each week as I attempt to say something. These somethings will be a time for story telling, a t...2023-05-2939 mina queer chaplainThis Is Where I Belong 🎤 Say Something Sundays with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a text🎤 Say Something Sundays at 333pm MSTSeason 2 - Episode 6 - This Is Where I Belong“You are only free when you realize you belong no place—you belong every place—no place at all. The price is high. The reward is great,” Maya Angelou❣️❣️❣️Join me each week as I attempt to say something. These somethings will be a time for story telling, a time for experience share and whatever comes out of my mouth. I will commit to go LIVE each week at 333pm MST for 33 minutes o...2023-05-2237 min
Valley Of The Black DollsDr Bonnie Bonita With A ViewPastor Hunter is today’s host of Dr Bonnie Bonita With A View. We’re discussing the hotly debated recent events of President Donald Trump with our special call in guest Mr Frank. 2023-05-201h 00a queer chaplainSpiritual Threading Exercise Collaborating with the Universe Workshop (Clip) with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a textA queer-led, trauma-informed workshop on how to collaborate with the Universe/Spirit/Divine.Many of us grew up with unhelpful or problematic ideas about "God" that took away our agency or left us feeling unworthy. Prayer was like an algorithm we were supposed to perfect.And outside of religious institutions, if you're looking for spiritual direction, it can be difficult to know where to start or what will work for you.This workshop is all about what it means to be a co-collaborator instead of a passive participant...2023-05-1712 mina queer chaplain🔻 Recovery from Addiction 🎤 Say Something Sundays with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a text💭🦋👑 Thoughts of a Transgender Drag Queen🎤 Say Something Sundays at 333pm MSTSeason 2 - Episode 5 - Recovery from AddictionThe opposite of addiction is connection. Hear my experience, strength and hope from addiction as I celebrate 2 recovery milestones. (May 5, 2018 - May 10, 2008)To be human is to be an addict? Where is our current consumption levels?Recovery Resources 🏳️🌈 At The CCC 🏳️⚧️ A Queer Recovery Podcast 🎙@castrocountryclub9324 Is this Podcast For Me? Playlist • At The CCC Podcas... Eureka O’Hara: Drag Race Drama, Drugs, and Her Detran...2023-05-0839 mina queer chaplainAn Attempt to Not Be Alone 🎤 Say Something Sundays with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a text💭🦋👑 Thoughts of a Transgender Drag Queen🎤 Say Something Sundays at 333pm MSTSeason 2 - Episode 4❣️❣️❣️Join me each week as I attempt to say something. These somethings will be a time for story telling, a time for experience share and whatever comes out of my mouth. I will commit to go LIVE each week at 333pm MST for 33 minutes or less to SAY SOMETHING. WATCH live each week on YouTube or LISTEN afterwords wherever you listen to podcasts @aqueerchaplain. 🛎 CLICK the BELL to get NOTIFICATIONS 2023-04-2433 mina queer chaplain💊💊 2 Years of Hormones 🎤 Say Something Sundays with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a text💭🦋👑 Thoughts of a Transgender Drag Queen🎤 Say Something Sundays at 333pm MSTSeason 2 - Episode 3 💊💊 2 Years of Hormones I reflect and share my experience with hormones over the past two years. The physical. The mental. The Spiritual. So grateful to have had access to my medication much of the last couple of years ❣️❣️❣️Join me each week as I attempt to say something. These somethings will be a time for story telling, a time for experience share and whatever comes out of my mouth. I will commit to go LIVE each w...2023-04-1736 mina queer chaplain💭 In the Comments 🎤 Say Something Sundays with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a text🎤 Say Something Sundays at 333pm MSTSeason 2 - Episode 2💭 In the Comments I have been impacted a bit more than usual by what is being left or said "in the comments" across all my social platforms. I do my best to try to "pay these no mind" and I am very curious as to the why behind the comments and the perceived seeking to comment. A conversation about the current culture wars in politics, on the streets, in the churches, and in the comments. Join me each week a...2023-04-1040 min
a queer chaplain🦋 Trans Day of Visibility 2023 - In Summary 🎤 Say Something Sunday - with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a textJoin me each week as I attempt to say something. These somethings will be a time for story telling, a time for experience share and whatever comes out of my mouth. 📺 Watch Podcast on YouTubeVideos Referenced in Episode👉🏻 👉🏻 Touch - Take Two 👈🏻 👈🏻 Gender Transition & TouchSplintered Grace - Trans Day of Visibility Why Trans Visibility Matters - IG LiVE with Pathlight (Mood & Anxiety Center), & Eric Dorsa at Eating Recovery Center #54 ⚪️ Idaho Drag Is Divine with Amelia Blayke Cloaked in Rhinestones & Shadows. 💎🕯Previous Topi...2023-04-0336 min
a queer chaplain👉🏻 👉🏻 Touch - Take Two 👈🏻 👈🏻 Gender Transition & Touch with Bonnie Violet, a queer chaplainSend us a text💭🦋👑 Thoughts of a Transgender Drag QueenI will be sharing with you a writing from the Story Story Night on Boise from February 28th, 2023. This was my 44th Birthday and the Story was on Touch, part 1 was of the story was focused on how childhood trauma impacted my sense of Touch, Part Two which is what I will share here via a reading for focused on how my Transition has impacted my sense of Touch and part 3 which I will include focus a bit more on my anticipated future sense of...2023-03-2913 min
Business FabulousThe reality of entrepreneurship and owning an online businessGet loads of tips and listen in on a great Clubhouse conversation on what it's really like to be an entrepreneur! “The most important thing you have to have to grow a successful, sustainable online business is health” -Bonnie L. Frank Today's episode is taken from a Clubhouse room discussion about the realities of owning your own online business. We discuss the difficulties entrepreneurs face in the first few years of owning a business and strategies that make it easier. We also discuss the benefits of having a community of like-minded entrepr...2021-12-2029 min
Business FabulousDoes entrepreneurship HAVE TO be so hard? “Entrepreneurship does not have to be so hard... But ‘hard’ is relative, incredibly personal, and unique to the individual.” -Bonnie L. Frank In today's episode, I discuss ways that can help make your entrepreneurship journey a little bit easier. (Note: If you know of someone who might enjoy this topic please share it with friends and colleagues. I explain how to easily do this at the start of the podcast.) When you're just starting out as an entrepreneur, it can be daunting. It definitely was for me, and that's why I became a bu...2021-12-1321 min
Business FabulousSocial Media Success and Increasing Online Business Sales (part 2)“All of those things that I show on video, like putting collagen in my coffee, help make my business run ” -Bonnie L. Frank Today’s episode is part two of a two-part series, "Social Media Success and Increasing Online Business Sales." In this episode, I answer another question from an audience member on Clubhouse. We discuss how to find a great social media schedulers and how to increase your know, like and trust factor with social media. If you're on Clubhouse, stop by one of my rooms and ask a question for your...2021-11-3021 min
Business FabulousSocial Media Success and Increasing Online Business Sales (part 1)Episode 111 is part one of a special two-part series on social media success and increasing online sales. This episode is taken from a recording of one of my Clubhouse rooms and is filled with golden nuggets! “The very first thing you need is to know the nuances of the social media platform that you're on. ” -Bonnie L. Frank In today’s episode, I discuss how to make more sales with social media and I answer questions from audience members on Clubhouse. I give suggestions for increasing your social media engagement, creating valuable p...2021-11-2232 min
Business FabulousPages Navigation Blog Analytics Products Sales Marketing People Gold Kajabi Partners Settings Help Bonnie L. Frank Coaching & Consulting Bonnie Frank Blog Posts Why your online business might not be getting enough customers and sales“These five things are very important reasons why you may not be getting the customers you want right now” -Bonnie L. Frank In today’s episode, I discuss five reasons why you might not be getting enough customers. Many entrepreneurs and online business owners find themselves blaming the global pandemic for their lack of customers. I'll help shed some light on the real reasons most online business owners are not connecting with their ideal clients or finding the right customers. Show Notes In this episode I share the real reasons y...2021-11-1822 min
Business Fabulous5 simple steps to convert social media followers into online customersIt really is as easy as 1-2-3-4-5. Your social media posts can absolutely transform your social media followers into paid clients and customers! “ Your Call to Action needs to be clear. It’s got to be easy and it's got to be valuable” -Bonnie L. Frank In today’s episode, I give you 5 simple steps to follow to convert your social media followers into clients and customers. Many online business marketers spend a lot of time on social media without actually growing their business. The purpose of social media is to be socia...2021-11-0124 min
a queer chaplainTranspirituality and Recovery with A Queer Chaplain Bonnie Violet pulled from Queer DevotionsSend us a textIn one our most favourite interviews to date, Queer Devotions hosts Bonnie Violet, known as "A Queer Chaplain" on her vibrant YouTube page and Facebook group, two resources which are now included in our resource portal (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCchdYtGelcYRgrUA1KFcogA). In this moving episode, Bonnie speaks about growing up in rural Idaho, her HIV/AIDS diagnosis in her early 20s, and coming into recovery and her transness in a free relationship with spirituality. Stream on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/2uz6...2021-09-211h 00
a queer chaplain👑 GOD in Drag - an interview with a queer chaplain - Bonnie VioletSend us a textFor me, I have always had the sense that the transgender soul and the art of drag naturally open us up to the highest levels of Spirituality.Ram Dass once famously said, "Treat everyone like GOD in drag." This speaks to me as to how we are all living as slight representations of who we truly are. What could we be if we weren't afraid to be authentic and open to modalities that "polite society" frowns upon. On today's show Pete interviews Bonnie Violet who runs the "A Q...2021-08-0330 min
Business FabulousBonnie, how do you ever sell anything if you don't make sales calls? (part 2)This is part 2 to the question, "Bonnie, how do you ever sell anything without making any sales calls?" The answer to this question took up two episodes! Episode 82 is part two of the answer. Complete show notes https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2021-05-0324 min
Business FabulousBonnie, How do you ever sell anything without making sales calls?I get asked this question a lot, "Bonnie, how do you ever sell anything without making any sales calls?" The answer to this question took up two episodes! Episode 81 is part one of the answer. Complete show notes https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2021-04-2619 min
AustinitesBonnie Cullum - Co-Founder & Producing Artistic Director at The VORTEXBonnie Cullum, along with three fellow graduate students, started The VORTEX Repertory Company back in 1988. From the very beginning, the group wanted to make theatre in Austin that was new and different. They wanted it to be provocative, push the envelope, and tackle politically charged issues.More than 30 years later, The VORTEX is still doing just that, inside their theatre off Manor Road in East Austin.Bonnie still serves as the theatre’s Producing Artistic Director. In my conversation with her today, she shares why making new, provocative theatre was so important to her. Bonnie sh...2021-03-0448 min
Splintered Grace 💠Self, Faith, Love and Labels - Splintered Grace Hosts - Bonnie Violet, Tina FrankSend us a textIt's All about the Questions - Wisdom Learned from the TrenchesHost - Laura StewardMy Christmas week show is, at the end of the day, about love. I was honored to have Bonnie Violet and Tina Frank say yes when I asked them to be on my show. Their story is a powerful one about how love is more powerful than any barrier if you choose to allow it into your heart first. Take a listen as Bonnie Violet and her aunt share how they came back t...2020-12-261h 12
Business FabulousFour ways you're likely self sabotaging your online businessSelf sabotage can disguise itself in lots of ways. Find out the four ways you may be unknowingly self-sabotaging your online business! Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-10-0110 min
Business FabulousFour habits that will NOT help you or your businessYou've probably been told to do at least one of these--and why it was never going to help you or your business grow. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-09-1418 min
Business FabulousHow I save hundreds of dollars every year with a couple of simple habitsYou're very likely wasting money every single morning and this can greatly affect your business growth. Discover how I save hundreds of dollars every year! In this week's episode: Business Fabulous is changing just a bit...and it's more fabulous for you! The podcast will cover Business hacks, money hacks and fabulous life hacks for you! This week's episode is all about saving money first thing in the morning. Business owners often buy things for their business, but they purchase without a strategy and don't track how much money is leaving their bank account. I reveal h...2020-09-0914 min
Business FabulousHow to design and achieve a fabulous business and lifeYou really are 100% capable of designing the fabulous business and life you desire! Find out how to achieve this in episode 63 of Business Fabulous. In this week's episode: I knew I wanted to have my own podcast for six years. Why most podcasters never make any money... The development (and vision) of the Business Fabulous business and brand How you've got to start with a plan: Set your intentions, write down your goals, type out what you want for your future fabulous business and life. Set yourself up for success: mind, body, spirit, environment, etc. (Examples...2020-08-3125 min
The Pursuit of Purpose with Amy AustinLive video leads to business growth with Bonnie L. FrankBonnie L Frank launched her business through consistent use of live video. We frequently hear that video can lead to greater social media awareness and following, and Bonnie is proof it can lead to big results. After years of being an influencer, Bonnie decided to build a brand for herself. While it didn't happen overnight, she knew how to create a recognized brand - live video. Some days she would go live seven or eight times! Today Bonnie is helping clients create visibility on social media platforms and build their brands and businesses. You can...2020-08-2251 min
Business FabulousEasily Increasing Online Sales During Tough TimesYou may be surprised by what you hear in today's episode--and it's exactly what to do to increase your online sales NOW. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-08-2022 min
Business FabulousHow you and your customers can control your social media feedsIn just five minutes, you will learn exactly what to do to make sure your social media posts aren't buried amidst political ads and posts of your competitors. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-08-0308 min
Business FabulousImposter Syndrome, FOMO, and growing an online businessEvery entrepreneur suffers from imposter syndrome and FOMO more than once. Discover what you can do about it in episode 60 of Business Fabulous. Complete show notes at https;//bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-07-1325 min
Business FabulousGratitude, Growth, Pain and Success in your Online BusinessThere's actually some truth to the saying, "No pain, no gain..." In this week's episode: I don't think you can have success without pain. Personal growth must happen before business growth. You can't really separate "personal" from "business." Going through the pain solidifies the strength you have on the other side. Are you on the list?? Get on the wait list for the Business Fabulous Social Media Cafe and gain access to hundreds of social media strategies, video tutorials, step-by-step pdfs, and much more! Have you joined my free Facebook group yet...2020-07-0610 min
Business FabulousWhen smart people do stupid things on social mediaWe all do it. Give yourself a break, and here are some other helpful strategies for smart people who do stupid things on social media. Complete show notes https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-06-2915 min
Business FabulousBeing less visible can actually help grow your online businessThis episode was recorded during many of the Black Lives Matter protests and during the Covid-19 pandemic. It highlights how both personal and environmental events and experiences can affect you and what you can do to help yourself in the process. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-06-2209 min
Business FabulousSocial media strategies that work to get more listens, likes, views and sharesSimply being on the social media platform isn't enough...learn easy and effective strategies to increase listens, views, likes, and shares on social media. In this week's episode: The question I get asked all the time is WHERE...? Where to be on social media, Where to promote your podcast, video, business, etc, The actual location doesn't matter--as long as it's where your people are! You must know the demographics of your audience on and off of social media. Google "social media demographics 2020" for this year's general demographics on each social media platform. Look at social media...2020-06-1530 min
Business FabulousAren't sure what to say or do on social media right now?It is a very confusing and ever-changing world right now and many people are looking for guidance on how to navigate social media. This episode is my ideas and opinions. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-06-0831 min
Business FabulousMore ways to boost engagement on Facebook live broadcastsAdding to the strategies to boost engagement on live broadcasts from episode 53, Bonnie provides even more strategies and gives loads of engagement examples from her own life. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-06-0128 min
Business FabulousBoosting engagement on Facebook live broadcastsThere are loads of EASY ways to boost your online engagement in all of your live broadcasts! Learn all of them and hear Bonnie's answers to questions from the live audience! Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-05-2627 min
Business FabulousA swift kick to the rear end with inspiration and motivation for all entrepreneursIt can be difficult for entrepreneurs to muster on during difficult times, especially with feelings of doubt, uncertainty, isolation, and depression. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-05-1821 min
Business Fabulous5 easy ways to boost engagement on live broadcastsGoing live is easy, but you've got to do more than that to get folks to watch, listen, and engage with you!2020-05-1519 min
Business FabulousAre you wasting your time on Facebook, Instagram. Twitter or LinkedIn?Not all social media platforms are created equal and it's important to understand which ones are right for your brand and your business. In this week's episode: I referred to this report from Sprout Social in this episode. The report above details where brands are planning on spending their time and social media dollars vs where consumers are planning to spend their time and dollars on social media. Facebook STILL wins. Every time. LinkedIn is "B ---> B" (Business to Business) The fastest way to find out what's going on in the world is Twitter. The fas...2020-05-1117 min
Business Fabulous13 more self care strategies to improve your health and your businessMy life had a lot more anxiety, sleepless nights, and poor health before I started practicing self care. Here are 13 additional self care strategies I use at least once a month. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-05-0419 min
Business FabulousDon't you dare take NO for an answer, mindset and other ways to have business success In this week's episode: I do not want you to ever take the word "no" or the phrase, "It's not possible" as possible answers in your life or your business. Those are not possibilities in my life. (I give detailed examples in the episode) When someone tells you "It's impossible" it only means that it's impossible for the person talking...it has nothing to do with YOU, your life, or your business success. Everyone I knew said I would fail as a business coach. I started (and succeeded) anyway. Failure is part of success. If you truly want to...2020-05-0112 min
Business FabulousEight Quick and easy self care strategies to increase your health and grow your businessSelf care doesn't have to take a long time at all; in fact, each of these eight quick and easy self care strategies takes under three minutes--and most only take a couple of seconds! Complete show notes at bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-04-2712 min
Business FabulousRepurposing audiograms and Instagram (or Facebook) stories in multiple waysWhy use your great content marketing pieces once? Learn to easily use one piece of content (like audiograms or Instagram and Facebook stories) in multiple ways. In this week's episode: In Episode 10, I mention 25 ways to repurpose one podcast episode. You can easily repurpose an audiogram or Instagram (or Facebook) story, as well. You can automatically have your Instastories appear on Facebook (I detail how to do this in the episode) Facebook is also experimenting with automatically having Facebook stories appear on Instagram. Adding an intro and outro to an instastory can dramatically change that social medi...2020-04-2009 min
Business FabulousBusiness Mindset and what to do when you don't believe in yourselfBeing an entrepreneur is no easy task, and that's why the success rate is minimal. In this episode, I get real with a lot of the mental battles I had to overcome in my business. Note: You may also want to check out episodes 5 and 25 for even more info on mindset. In this week's episode: I asked my Business Fabulous Podcast Instagram followers if they wanted this podcast episode to be personal or profesh...the vote was overwhelmingly "personal." Your thoughts and your mindset have a great deal to do with the outcome. If you'r...2020-04-1326 min
The Intuitive WomanEmbracing Change And Technology In Uncertain Times With Bonnie L. FrankToday on the podcast is a recent interview with Bonnie Frank. Bonnie was a guest in my private Intuitive Woman FaceBook Group. We spoke about embracing change and technology in uncertain times. I thought this was so important to put on the podcast, especially now. Bonnie L Frank is a former teacher and college professor, turned entrepreneur, who started her online coaching and consulting business from scratch at 49. She has produced over four thousand livestream broadcasts and has coached thousands of entrepreneurs worldwide to become visible online. Bonnie's highly effective and prov...2020-04-071h 07
Business FabulousHow to Easily identify triggers, deal with them effectively and get rid of them.Triggers are things, people, events, situations, colors, music--literally anything--that set off a negative reaction in your mind and sometimes also parts of your body. Note: This episode was taken from a Facebook Live broadcast and the content is stellar; however, the sound isn't perfect. In this week's episode: Triggers are anything (people, events, dates, songs, etc.) that set you off and affect you--usually negatively. It is a thought, feeling, physical reaction in your body. Everyone has triggers. Triggers may come and go but, ultimately you determine what/who will allow to trigger you as we...2020-04-0621 min
Business FabulousHashtags and more to reach your audience on social media, Link Tree, stories, keywords, keyword, LinkedIn, branded hashtag,Social Media is FREE advertising and a great way to serve your audience. Here are two more ways to effectively do that. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast2020-04-0211 min
Business FabulousTwo strategies that increase organic reach on social mediaThese two strategies are the most crucial to reach more of your target audience organically on social media. Complete show notes at hrrps://bonnielfrank.com/podcast2020-03-3024 min
Business FabulousIncreasing online sales during a pandemic without being salesy in your businessIt is always acceptable for you to grow your business as long as you follow these four steps. In this week's episode: It is completely okay and perfectly acceptable to grow your business right now. It is completely okay and perfectly acceptable to take care of yourself, your family and pay your bills right now. There is never a reason for you to ever feel guilty about doing the things I just mentioned. NEVER. I detail the four simple steps to grow your business and increasing online sales in the episode. Mentioned in this episode:...2020-03-2319 min
Business FabulousStepping out of your comfort zone, branding and podcastingFrom the Podfest Expo Hall, Robyn Sayles and I talk all-things stepping out of your comfort zone for success, branding, podcasting and the hilarious way we met! In this week's episode: Personal branding is your secret weapon! You can go to any podcasting conference without actually having a podcast I started listening to podcast six years before starting my podcast How Robyn and I met and what this can mean for YOU. How Podfest makes everyone feel incredibly welcome. How I was branded coming and going for each day at Podfest "Repetition builds reputation" ~ R...2020-03-1629 min
Business FabulousEASY, proven and FREE strategies to gain online business visibility without ever leaving your homeYou don't need to go to major conferences to be visible online and grow your brand! Here are four simple and proven ways to do it, free, without leaving home. In this week's episode: The number one rule to gaining online visibility is to be where your audience is online. If you're unsure, google "social media demographics" and look at the data for the platforms you enjoy using most. Facebook has approximately 2.8 billion people, so your audience is likely on there. LinkedIn is all business all the time, so if you have a business you should h...2020-03-1315 min
Business FabulousKnowing what to post on social media is easy with these three thingsFiguring out the right or best or most-effective-for-your-audience content to post on social media can be overwhelming! Here are three things that will make it easier for you. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com/podcast.2020-03-0222 min
Business FabulousFour things every successful entrepreneur needs to know and the ONLY podcast episode you need to hear!If you know these four things, you can be a successful entrepreneur and have a thriving online business. In this week's episode: You must believe you can! You must have the mindset that you really can accomplish what you want. I discuss the difference between a consumer mindset and the producer mindset and how each affects the entrepreneur. I didn't grow up knowing about entrepreneurship and I was 18 years old before I ever met an entrepreneur. I started my business coaching and consulting business at 49 years old with no encouragement, no training, no encouragement, and no...2020-02-2425 min
Business FabulousInstagram bots and spam and not putting all of your entrepreneurial eggs in one social media platformI have seen a large increase in bots and spam in my Instagram polls and quizzes lately and in this episode, I detail exactly how I identified them. Complete show notes a https://bonnielfrank.com2020-02-1127 min
Business FabulousSuccess leaves clues for online entrepreneurs and businessesSuccess leaves clues for entrepreneurs and online business owners. They are all around you each day, so be open to them and grab those golden nuggets that will help you grow your business. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com2020-02-0328 min
Business FabulousThree things social media accounts need to attract, compel and covert followers and increase online business salesThere are three crucial things that your social media accounts must have in order to attract, compel and convert your online followers and increase online business sales. In this week's episode: Your social media profile (both on personal accounts and business accounts!) must have a current profile photo. Your profile does not have to include a professional headshot--but it needs to be professional enough. Lead with whatever you're known for and make sure the info. is current. Make sure that all of your content (text, image, video, livestream, story, etc.) is valuable information that your audience...2020-01-2728 min
Business FabulousBeing transparent, authentic and how much is too much to share on social mediaWe're often told that it's important to be "transparent" and "authentic" online, but how much is too much to share on social media? We answer this and more on this episode of the Business Fabulous podcast. In this week's episode: Please stop paying attention to what others are doing on social media--it's crazy-making. Take a "social media cleanse" for a reality check to what's truly important. Look at how many minutes/hours you're spending on social media! (Your smartphone will track this. Please don't eat on live video unless eating the food is a food review...2020-01-2023 min
Business FabulousGoals, gratitude, depression and Next Steps for online business growthThis episode is one that will help you plan out your future business success through gratitude, goal setting, and more. Get ready to take notes! In this week's episode: 65% of people set New Year's resolutions According to several research studies, most people abandon their New Year's resolutions by January 19 If you really want to achieve your personal and professional goals, you need to write them down (I give examples in the episode). I detail exactly how to easily map out everything you'll do for your business this year in the episode. Keeping a gratitude journal has...2020-01-1325 min
Business FabulousGrowing your business online visibility, sales and impact with InstagramWhen you understand the nuances of Instagram's four distinct parts, you can easily grow your online presence and impact there. In this week's episode: There are four distinct parts of Instagram: Feed, Live, Stories, IGTV. In order to get the analytics (to see what's working best for your audience) on all of your posts, you must have a business account. I detail how to do this in the episode. Instagram is a hashtag game! You can have up to 30 hashtags in any IG feed post. Any more than that and none of the hashtags will be s...2020-01-0628 min
Business FabulousLooking back on 2019: Lessons in Scaling an Online Business, Sales, and Empowerment2019 was a year of many first for me and some very hard lessons about scaling my online business, sales and empowerment. In this week's episode: The past year was the first year I'd ever lived on my own and learned a lot about tax write-offs. I attended and spoke at more conferences in 2019 than ever before. I'm speaking on social media at Podfest 2020. I'm speaking on podcasting at MDMC 2020. I launched two different podcasts this year, Business Fabulous and Work Your Podcast. I also launched my Business Fabulous brand and Business Fabulous Facebook group. I learned a lot...2020-01-0218 min
Business FabulousMany ways to increase online visibility and grow your online business with FacebookWith about 2.5 billion active daily users, Facebook is the most used social media platform available today. If you have a business, it's likely that your customers are on Facebook. Starting off our social media series, this episode is all about Facebook and the many ways you can increase your online visibility there. In this week's episode: Everything on Facebook begins with your personal account, also known as your "profile. "Friending" people strategically on Facebook allows you to be tagged and tag them in posts on Facebook, easily connect via Messenger and more. Your business account on Fa...2019-12-3124 min
Business FabulousMaximizing your social media posts and platforms to increase online salesSocial media is no longer an option for businesses today. You must have a strong online presence in order to have a successful business. In this week's episode, I provide easy ways to do that. Social media is no longer an option for businesses today. You must have a strong online presence in order to have a successful business. In this week's episode, I provide easy ways to do that. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you an...2019-12-2320 min
Business FabulousGratitude and who's in charge of your businessSometimes really embracing who's in charge of your online business and who to listen to can be overwhelming as an entrepreneur. In this week's episode, we discuss gratitude, who's in charge and why you're doing what you're doing in your business. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monet...2019-12-1623 min
Business FabulousDo you need to grow into your online business, when to invest in tech, scale, and much moreDo you need to grow into your business or does your business need to grow into you? Knowing when and how to invest and scale up in your business can be confusing. In Episode 26 of the podcast, I give details of exactly how and when I did this in my own business. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free...2019-12-0920 min
Business FabulousGrowing your business with gratitudeBeginning each day with gratitude helps create the proper mindset to crush it in business. Find out how in episode 25 of the Business Fabulous podcast. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an...2019-12-0423 min
Business FabulousBeing an entrepreneur and leaving people behind on and off of social mediaIn this week's podcast episode, I discuss the realities of being an entrepreneur and leaving people behind on and off social media. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode! Not...2019-11-2613 min
Business Fabulous6 More things that online coaching programs should do but don't...and how to grow a businessOnline coaching programs often contain a lot of filler...and not much meat. In this week's episode of the podcast, I detail six things that online coaching programs should include. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here. Be sure to subscribe to the podca...2019-11-1922 min
Business Fabulous5 things that online coaching programs don't do but should and how to really grow a businessPeople invest a lot of money in online coaching programs, courses, masterminds, etc. and often have little to show for it. Here are five things that your coaching program should have so you aren't' left with buyer's remorse. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here.2019-11-1417 min
Business FabulousSix things people do (and I didn't) to start a podcast and why my podcast is successful anywayThere are six things that many people seem to do when they start a podcast, but I chose to not do any of them. Find out why and how my podcast is successful anyway in episode 21 of the Business Fabulous podcast. Complete show notes at https://bonnielfrank.com.2019-11-0626 min
Business FabulousFinding business mentors, coaches and support to grow your online businessStarting my business from scratch was incredibly difficult because I didn't know where to go for the support I needed. In this week's episode of the Business Fabulous podcast, we discuss many ways (free and paid) that you can get the help you need to create the business of your dreams. BONUS: I tell you how you can win a free membership into my new six-month group coaching program, The Business Fabulous Academy! Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from yo...2019-10-2932 min
Business FabulousStepping out of my comfort zone to increase personal development, online visibility and salesPeople say that growth happens outside of one's comfort zone, and that is absolutely true! In episode 19 of the Business Fabulous podcast, we discuss how stepping out of your comfort zone can grow your personal development, online visibility, and sales. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your p...2019-10-2620 min
Business FabulousReflecting on She Podcasts Live and how to maximize your time at a conference or live eventIn episode 18 of the Business Fabulous podcast, I reflect on the She Podcasts Live event in Atlanta and give EASY and STRATEGIC ways to maximize your time at any live or virtual event or conference. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here. Be sure...2019-10-2130 min
Business FabulousHow I started as an elementary school teacher and became an entrepreneur!In this episode of the Business Fabulous podcast, I explain how I went from being an elementary school teacher ad college professor, without any business training, to being a full-time business coach and speaker. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here. Be sure to...2019-10-1414 min
Business FabulousHow I tripled my podcast downloads in only 30 daysThe Business Fabulous podcast is growing by leaps and bounds! In Episode 16, I detail the exact eight steps I took to triple my podcast downloads in only 30 days. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you wo...2019-10-0725 min
Business FabulousWriting epic blog posts that have your target audience asking for moreAfter being a lifestyle blogger and influencer and reading thousands of blog posts over the years, I've noticed that some blogs miss out on key components. Want to know exactly what every epic blog post needs in order to have your audience clamoring for more? Keep reading! Note: This topic was suggested by one of my valued listeners! YOU can always suggest podcast topics at any time--Send your suggestions to listener@bonnielfrank.com. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buyi...2019-09-3020 min
Business FabulousSelf-care should be part of every business planSelf-care (meditation, healthy eating, yoga, rest, drinking water, exercise, journaling, proper sleep, mani/pedi, massage, etc.) provides your body with the mental, physical and spiritual energy it needs to perform at an optimal level. Practicing self-care helps your business grow! Note: This episode was pulled from a "reflections in the Egg Chair Facebook Live broadcast. Have you joined my free Facebook group yet? If you want free, proven strategies to get your audience finding you online and buying from you and really grow your business by leaps and bounds, you want to be here! Wanna cha...2019-09-2310 min
Business FabulousHow long it really takes people to consume your website content and all-things bounce rateDo you really know how long it takes people to consume content on your website? In this week's episode of Business Fabulous, we dive into that with a case study and look at all-things bounce rate and how to improve yours. Wanna chat? Grab a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here. Feel free to give me feedback on this or any episode at listener@bonnielfrank.com. Mentioned in this episode Business Fabulous Academy Bounce Rate infographic In this weeks...2019-09-1616 min
Business FabulousHow to increase your target audience's content consumption and time on your websiteEvery five episodes, I provide my listeners with a bonus episode! Business Fabulous drops two episodes on these weeks. This episode is an awesome bonus one full of easy and valuable knowledge bombs. I hope you enjoy it. With ever-changing algorithms on social media, getting your target audience to consume your valuable content takes strategy. Today's online space is noisy and crowded. But, done strategically, good content creation and promotion shouldn't require more time or ad spend. In this week's episode of the Business Fabulous podcast, I detail several strategies to increase engagement and deepen the relationships you...2019-09-1425 min
Business FabulousI detail what two online friends (one whom I've never met in person), did for me and how over-editing my podcast is a metaphor for life.This episode of the Business Fabulous podcast was taken from a live broadcast. In it, I detail what two online friends (one whom I've never met in person), did for me and how overediting my podcast is a metaphor for life. Remember to sign up for a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here. Feel free to give me feedback on this or any episode at listener@bonnielfrank.com. This week's CHALLENGE: Think about an event or situation in your life where you are ov...2019-09-0921 min
The F Word PodcastStarting From Scratch: Guest Interview with Bonnie L. FrankIn this episode of The F Word Podcast: Starting From Scratch, I interview business coach, Bonnie L. Frank discussing how she went from being a college professor and teacher to an entrepreneur overnight as well as how she helps her clients get seen, get heard, and get paid.
Remember to sign up for a free 20-minute consultation to grow your business here.
Feel free to give me feedback on this or any episode at stella@highcalibersolutions.co.
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Bonnie's freebie mentioned in the interview:
How to get in contact wi...2019-09-0436 min
Business Fabulous25 Ways to repurpose one podcast episode for more online visibility, increased downloads, and social media growthIn this episode of the Business Fabulous podcast, I describe 25 different ways to repurpose one podcast episode and increase subscribers, downloads and social media reach. Remember to sign up for a free 20-minute Business Breakthrough session here or chat about ways to monetize your podcast here. Feel free to give me feedback on this or any episode at listener@bonnielfrank.com. Mentioned in this episode: Restream.io Crowdcast Wirecast Ecamm Live Streamyard Canva Wavve Headliner In t...2019-09-0328 min
Business FabulousGet raving fans and increased sales with social media: Five Simple Strategies to help you grow your business and your podcastIn this episode, I give you five simple strategies to get raving fans (that free advertising!) and increase sales on social media. Remember to sign up for a free 20-minute consultation to grow your business here or monetize your podcast here. Feel free to give me feedback on this or any episode at listener@bonnielfrank.com. The #1 reason people have trouble getting raving fans and increasing sales is that they're trying to "do business" on personal social media accounts. Businesses use business accounts on social media. Business accounts offer free metrics (a.k.a...2019-08-2621 min
Business Fabulous5 Ways to grow your organic reach your visibility and impact: No ads neededIn this episode, I detail five strategies you can use to organically grow your online visibility, social media reach, and impact. You don't need ads to grow your business! Feel free to give me feedback on this or any episode at listener@bonnielfrank.com. Organic Reach: You (the content creator) is not putting ad spend behind the content; You aren't paying for more people to be able to see and consume that content. When you post something on social media and that post is not an ad, it is getting organic reach--it is reaching an au...2019-08-2027 min
Business FabulousI was terrified to start my podcast: Resistance, Ego, Failure and PodfadingIn this episode, I detail how terrified I was to start the Business Fabulous podcast. It was the hardest thing I've ever done and I experienced a lot of anxiety, including resistance, ego, failure, and podfading. Feel free to give me feedback on this or any episode at listener@bonnielfrank.com. Resistance: The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument. Ego: The part inside of you that "keeps you safe" and keeps you away from harm, fear, and failure. Podfading: When someone's podca...2019-08-1727 minBusiness FabulousLet's Talk Outsourcing: Hiring your team, social media managers and moreNote: Today's episode is a bonus episode and the audio is stripped from a Facebook Live that I did. The sound includes a few extra noises. Today on the podcast, we discuss Outsourcing: Hiring your team, social media managers and more...getting the help you need to grow and scale your business. "Outsourcing" is allowing other people or agencies to take care of business tasks for you such as a virtual assistant, social media manager, bookkeeping, marketing funnels, etc. No one can do everything that needs to be done and efficiently grow and scale he...2019-08-1219 min
Business FabulousPreparing your mindset, your energy and your environment for success in your businessToday on the podcast, we detail several ways you can increase your business success with strategic mindset, energy, and environmental tweaks. Mindset Definition: Collection of your thoughts, opinions, and beliefs I mention Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, PhD I work on my mindset through meditation, yoga, and journaling and I describe how I do this Energy Definition: Strength and vitality needed for sustained physical and mental activity Energy begets energy! (Use it and you’ll have more throughout the day) I provide proven strategies that increase and sustain energy E...2019-08-0626 min
Business FabulousHow to use your brand story to increase your online visibility and grow your businessIn this episode, I detail several strategies to use your brand story to increase your online visibility, get seen and heard and rise above the noise on social media, and grow your business. Remember to sign up for a free 20-minute consultation to grow your business here or monetize your podcast here. Feel free to give me feedback on this or any episode at listener@bonnielfrank.com. Remember to go back and re-read your brand story first! Look for keywords in it---you can use these later in your social media post and sales page copy...2019-07-2913 min
Business FabulousHow to create a brand story that will increase your online visibility and grow your businessHow do you create a brand story that will increase your online visibility and grow your business? This week on the Business Fabulous Podcast, we explained how to create a brand story that will increase your online visibility and grow your business. In this episode, you will learn what a brand story is and how to create one. We discuss: What is a brand story? Is there one specific way to create a brand story? What do I need to include in my brand story? Is my brand story only used to attract new...2019-07-2308 min
Business FabulousWill video marketing increase my visibility, influence and sales?This week on the Business Fabulous Podcast, we discussed all-things VIDEO and video marketing! In this episode, you will learn about if, when and why you should be using video marketing in your business including: Should everyone use live video (livestreaming)? Why do some people choose live video over pre-produced videos? What are some strategies for video marketing? Do you need to hire a video producer? What's so special about video? What should you consider before recording your video? How do you determine your video content? Do you need expensive equipment for video marketing? What are so...2019-07-1624 min
Business FabulousWhat social media platforms should you be hanging on for your business visibility?What social media platforms should you be hanging on for your business visibility? Today on the podcast, we're talking about what social media platforms you should be on to increase your sales for your online business. Full show notes over at https://bonnielfrank.com. This week on the Business Fabulous Podcast, I answered one of my most often asked questions: Where should you be hanging out online? In other words, which social media platforms should you be spending most of your time on? In this episode, you will learn more about your audience...2019-06-2513 min
San Francisco PeopleEpisode 10: Bonnie Grant InterviewFrom patent law to Austin to Tinder, Bonnie Grant and I talk about it all on episode 10! As a patent attorney, Bonnie has worked on a variety of interesting cases including new zipper designs and a Nike versus Adidas battle. She has also successfully defended clients against notorious patent trolls. Bonnie is originally from Austin, Texas and moved to San Francisco two years ago. She compares those two cities and discusses some of the challenges she faced when moving here. Surprisingly, finding an apartment was not one of them. Finding a place to park and walk her dog were problems...2015-02-1245 min